George Bush actually said...

"I will count on him to continue the good work begun by former Administrator Whitman and Acting Administrator Horinko."

"Our forests are treasures that must be preserved for future generations."

"This is an American issue that requires consensus to do what is smart and right about preserving and protecting our national forests."

"Mike Leavitt will come to the EPA with a strong environmental record and a strong desire to improve on what has taken place during the last three decades."